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Graduate Diploma of Mental Health

Graduate Diploma.
Southern Cross University

500

in world overall ranking*

57

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This fully online Graduate Diploma of Mental Health is designed for allied health and social care professionals seeking specialist knowledge for contemporary mental health practice. It draws on current research and policy and is informed by clinical and academic experts. You’ll build stronger theoretical understanding and clinical capability to support mental health consumers across settings, with potential pathway credit toward SCU’s Master of Mental Health programs in health practice.

Career outcome

Graduates can strengthen their capacity to work in mental health-focused roles across community, clinical and social care services, applying evidence-informed approaches and therapeutic engagement. The course supports professionals seeking to expand responsibilities in mental health support, care coordination and service delivery within multidisciplinary teams, as well as those aiming to move into specialist mental health practice areas. This Graduate Diploma prepares you for advanced practice in mental health within health services.


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

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16 months

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January, March, May, July, August, October

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Online
SCU Online

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1108103

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE CHANCELLOR’S ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

A$8,000

tick iconINTERNATIONAL OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE SCHOLARSHIP

A$8,000

tick iconSCU INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN STEM SCHOLARSHIP

A$8,000

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